Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

General Definition of Work
The Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (CIA), under minimal supervision, performs senior level work with extensive decision making discretion overseeing curricular and instructional programming to include teaching and learning.  This position is responsible for ensuring the implementation of instructional resources in all core content areas.  Employee performs highly advanced and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to a wide variety of programs and activities under the direction of the Superintendent.
 
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Salary/Status
State Salary Schedule/Full-time, 12 months
 
Reports To
Superintendent
 
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Anson County Schools. Anson County Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
 
Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district
• Facilitate and oversee the departmental budgets and approves all expenditures associated with the programs
• Direct and lead the development of goals, the preparation of short and long-range plans, and the implementation of programs and services
• Provide leadership with curriculum and instructional support team in the development of curriculum guides, task analyses, and assessment items
• Lead in the evaluation of instructional methods and programs, recommending how such methods and programs could be implemented in the district
• Coordinate and supervise Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment district initiatives
• Collaborate with the district staff on the development of local benchmark assessments
• Collaborate in the development of strategic plans to meet the objectives set forth by the Superintendent and the Board of Education
• Collaborate with Human Resources and principals in recruitment, retention, and placement of personnel
• Oversee complaints related to curriculum and instructional practices
• Provide leadership and support for principals and assistant principals
• Facilitate staff meetings and attend other related meetings as needed/required
• Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly
• Participate/facilitate professional development workshops and leadership training
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
• Perform related work as assigned or required

 
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of public schools
• Comprehensive knowledge of school board and administrator objectives, procedures, and organization
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local policies/regulations regarding curriculum planning and organizational development
• Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget
• Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement 
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

 
Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related area required
• Master’s degree in School Administration or related area required
• NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as building or district administrator preferred
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

 
Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

 
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force
• Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
• Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
• Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
• Ability to move to other work locations
• Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and the use of advanced technology
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress
• Must be on-call as a regular part of the job

 
Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies.